2006-12-20 11:47:18 · 14 answers · asked by CEDRIC B 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yes.
2006-12-20 12:20:08 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
The usual term is "recored." A radiator has three main parts -- two tanks, one at the top and one at the bottom, and the core, which is the part with the fins that the coolant circulates through.
When you have a radiator recored, the shop takes a brand-new core of the right dimensions and solders it to the tanks at the top and bottom. It then tests the whole thing by filling it with air and dunking it underwater; if they see any bubbles they solder the holes shut.
So when it's all recored, you have what amounts to a new radiator.
2006-12-20 19:53:13 · answer #2 · answered by Scott F 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. New ones are about the same price and you don't have old corroded components in them. Rebuilts are usually just used radiators. There's no way to economically recore one now days when a new one usually only runs $100 or so.
2006-12-20 21:45:47 · answer #3 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it all depends on what your putting it in..a regular car, or a truck that does heavy duty work....so if it is a regular car check out the firm who is rebuilding it, if they are a good company you should not have any problems, and you should save some money....but if it is a high performance car or a truck for work, think about a new one...for a little bit more money you will receive peace of mind and a more reliable radiator,
but i have used rebuilt ones for years with no trouble..
if it is a high performance car, go with aluminum radiator much better all around...
good luck
smile
2006-12-20 19:58:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depending on what rebuilt actually is. some people take a used one off of a car thats been wrecked, clean and inspect it, and sell it as rebuilt; when , in fact, it's not been rebuilt at all. just cleaned. still, if its an original equipment part, it's probably ok, especially since you get a warranty with it.
2006-12-20 19:59:04 · answer #5 · answered by gearhead_35k 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on who rebuilt it. I've never had a problem.Usually I add one more core for better cooling. Esp. if you tow.
2006-12-20 19:50:24 · answer #6 · answered by xphxpd 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on who rebuilds them, and the condition it was in.
it's all subjective.
I'd buy a new one, from the USA and not a 3rd world knock off.
Don't cut corners or cost on a radiator, it's not that expensive, a bad radiator, will cook your engine and then your engine is cooked!!!
2006-12-20 19:53:51 · answer #7 · answered by Lilly 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually. it depends on the source. the best part there alot cheaper.look for the local guy who has the good rep. youll probably get a better price autozone. pep boys, advance carrier sh$t!
2006-12-20 19:57:32 · answer #8 · answered by Harry P 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you're taking less chances with a new one
to me it would depend on the car. i have a 1996 escort with 120,000miles on it. anything over 20 bucks i'm gonna get a used one and save my money.
but my pickup which i'm going to keep forever, she gets all new parts, and gonna be good as new someday.
2006-12-20 19:59:27 · answer #9 · answered by assmouth p 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i am very happy with mine i have had it for almost a year now and it saved me big bucks i have a v8 and i drive it hard! it has held up:)
but the guys who did it for me knew i was going to hold them to their work and i suggest you do the same:)
2006-12-20 21:29:09 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋